The One with the Sunny Weekend

What a nice break this weekend was! I actually even made it to the Beach for TWO WHOLE HOURS – my first time this summer. The weather, which has been too unbearably humid and rainy and buggy for me to stand riding (eating bugs isn’t high on my list of things to do, mind you), finally gave in a little and dropped to about 89. *hugh sigh of relief*

Sudi’s incision is doing well, although there is quite a bit of swelling. He looks about on par for having his wisdom teeth recently removed. Poor little guy. I feel so badly for him as he was not able to be on any pain meds due to their blood thinning properties. As the weekend progressed, I started noticing that he was much “ouchier” than normal – even in regards to pressure at the bottom of his nose. So, of course – being the worried mother that I am, I called Dr Miller first thing to see if we could give him something – anything – for the pain. I was given the go-ahead for some Bute twice a day, so hopefully that will kick in soon for him. I’ll also be cold hosing some of the swelling for him to try to give it a little more relief.

On the bright side, Sudi is in a fantastic mood. I hopped on him for a short ride on Saturday, and he was very “UP.” By “UP” I mean that he felt more on par with a 16 hand Thoroughbred ready for the Kentucky Derby. The heightened energy and general “feeling good-ness” really boosted my relief that he is healing. We rode on a couple trails, hopped over a tiny cross country jump, and played around the pond with the Canadian Geese. While his energy was high, I was thankful that his mind seemed calm and even a little bold. Gives me hope in him and a little ounce of developing trust.

In the weeks ahead, we’ll slowly start our work again. Sadly, I’ve had to drop the horse trials at Tryon that I was very much looking forward to. Neither Sudi nor I are prepared mentally, physically or monetarily. It’s alright though – we will be doing some XC schooling at Gibbes Farm in two weeks – I hope to get MANY photos and some videos from that!!!

Kehbir’s progress is still slow. I’m still not 100% sure that he’s ready to handle much other than trails under saddle. My mom and I are planning on taking the boys trail riding at Mullet Hall again soon as well – so more pics there. My boys are so grown up these days; I can’t wait to show them off!

On a side note – VERY disappointing rides from the US on the XC portion of the Olympics. I know they have got to be frustrated – I can’t begin to imagine. Best of luck though to Gina and McKinlaigh and Phillip and Connaught in the running for individual medals!! And of course, best of luck to our dressage and show jumping teams to come!!